Key points • Middle schoolers may yearn for more independence. Increasing autonomy will increase their confidence. • Organized social activities provide social opportunities without the risk of ...

Last night, my 8 th grader successfully participated in his middle school's musical production. This was the third year that he was in the musical, but for the first time, he had a speaking role. I ...

Changing bodies, more rigorous academics and new social challenges can make middle school tough for students. For children entering this environment, it's normal to be uneasy about entering a new ...